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Power Framework Software and Support

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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01 Oct 2024 at 09:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield has completed the procurement process for the provision of the Power Framework Software and associated support, directly awarding the contract to Program Framework Limited via the G-cloud 13 framework. This selective procurement, categorized under software package and information systems (CPV 48000000), with additional relevance to software support services (CPV 72261000), is essential for the daily operations of the University and will see services delivered in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £669,000, commenced on 2nd September 2024 and is set to end on 1st September 2027. The tender period concluded on 30th August 2024, and the award was finalised on 1st September 2024.

This procurement presents substantial business growth opportunities for companies specialising in software and IT support services. Program Framework Limited, a large-scale supplier, was deemed suitable due to their exclusive ownership and previous provision of the required system. Businesses with expertise in developing, customising, and supporting information systems are well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders, especially those that can demonstrate a proven track record of delivering critical software solutions to academic institutions or similar organisations. While this specific tender is not open to SMEs or VCSEs, it illustrates the high-value engagements available within the UK's procurement landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Power Framework Software and Support

Notice Description

Provision of the Power Framework System and associated support as well as project days included in the purchase of the software. This package has been in place at the AMRC (University of Sheffield) and is integral to the everyday running of the University so cannot be replaced. This has previous been provided by Program Framework who solely own and provide this software, hence why this has been directly awarded to them via the G-cloud 13 framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c1ffedda-929d-45ba-8006-8c25f7c12d6d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6aa6b283-951b-45c4-abde-0ac18094512e
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72261000 - Software support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£669,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£669,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2024 - 1 Sep 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROGRAM FRAMEWORK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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